Mr. Dooley Says (1910)

By Finley Peter Dunne

Book Overview

Mr. Dooley Says is a collection of humorous essays written by American journalist and author, Finley Peter Dunne, and published in 1910. The book is written in the voice of Mr. Martin J. Dooley, an Irish-American bartender and philosopher from Chicago who comments on various social and political issues of the day. Through Mr. Dooley's witty and satirical observations, Dunne explores topics such as politics, religion, war, and the state of American society at the turn of the 20th century. Mr. Dooley's musings are often accompanied by colorful anecdotes and clever wordplay that poke fun at the absurdities of human behavior and the flaws of the American system.The book is considered a classic of American humor and satire, and Dunne's creation of the character of Mr. Dooley has been praised for its insight into the American psyche and its ability to capture the spirit of the times. Mr. Dooley Says remains a beloved work of American literature and a testament to the enduring power of humor as a means of social commentary.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120650372
• ISBN13: 9781120650375
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 250 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"